Brazilian pastel market stall

Market and festival visitors, the Brazilian and Latin community, office workers at event days and food-curious locals.

Per-pastel prices, with combo deals including a drink. Extra sales come from catering at private parties and community events.

• Cooking and frying to a consistent standard
• Fast, friendly customer service
• Basic costing and stock planning

• Food business registration or temporary food stall notification, which differs by state and council
• Food safety supervisor or food handler training, check what your state requires
• Allergen labelling (gluten, dairy, egg) and safe food temperatures
• Hot oil and gas fire safety, plus any market rules for fire extinguishers and gas checks
• Public liability insurance, often required by market organisers
• Weather and uneven market income, so test a few different markets

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $4,000 to $15,000, depending on your stall setup, cooking equipment and how many markets or events you plan to work.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on which markets you attend and how often. Weather and uneven market income affect results, so test a few markets. Allow about 12 hours a week at minimum.

Check food business registration or temporary food stall notification, which differs by state and council. Also check food safety supervisor or handler training, allergen labelling, hot oil and gas fire safety, and public liability insurance that market organisers may require.